Security Officer, FS-4

DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS:	15 Jul 2011
DATE OF ISSUANCE:	15 Jun 2011
ORGANIZATIONAL UNIT:	Field Missions Administered by DPKO
DUTY STATION:	Multiple D/S
VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT NUMBER:	11-SEC-PMSS-425313-R-MULTIPLE D/S

Remuneration Depending on professional background, experience and family situation, a competitive compensation and benefits package is offered. More Info

United Nations Core Values: Integrity, Professionalism, Respect for Diversity

Responsibilities Within limits of delegated authority and depending on the location, the incumbent shall be responsible for the following duties: Prepare the draft of security plan for a specific area within the overall mission area of operations; Perform routine investigations or security assessments to ensure the safety of field staff to enter or return to a location where actual or suspected problems exist; Ensure that all staff members and are kept fully informed on matters affecting their security; Conduct routine security surveys of office and residential areas and premises; Investigate and prepare reports on minor cases of theft, illegal entry, assault, or other incidents when the extent of the infraction is readily determinable; Assist higher grade Security Officers in establishing policies and procedures for reviewing crisis situations and preparing contingency plans for emergencies; Assist in the recruitment, training and supervision of local security guards; Assist in identifying and recording mission assets and number of staff to be protected, estimate number of guards required; Liaise with local authorities to discuss potential problems and plan possible methods of resolution; Serve as member of interdisciplinary team on matters of non-routine nature, such as mine removal, evacuations, medical emergency or hostilities that threaten the safety of staff; Perform other duties as required.

Competencies Professionalism: Good basic skills in security specialization to be able to recognize and evaluate the seriousness of threats and potential dangers; ability to effectively deal with stress factor when encountered in security management; good technical skills to understand and consolidate the varying specializations such as electronics, communications, mechanics, explosives and other sophisticated devices encountered in security system management; commitment to implementing the goal of gender equality by ensuring the equal participation and full involvement of women and men in all aspects of peace operations; well-developed analytical skills. Planning and Organization: Good organization and co-ordination skills to plan and execute actions in response to security problems. Technological Awareness: Good computer skills and knowledge of associated electronic devices. Communication: Proven ability to write concisely and clearly and communicate effectively orally; Good communication skills to train other security and safety officers. Judgement and Decision-Making: Good judgement to deal with emergency situations such as hostile attack, evacuation, contagious disease, or natural disaster. Teamwork: Good inter-personal skills; ability to establish and maintain effective working relations with mission directors, security officers in other agencies, specialist in other field related to security, representatives of local and national governments and the non-government community, with sensitivity and respect for diversity.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education High school diploma or equivalent. Completion of secondary school education and relevant training in military or police procedures and practices. Training in self-defence techniques would be a useful asset.

Work Experience At least 6 years of progressively responsible experience in security within a national or international military, police, fire brigade or other security organization.

Languages Fluency in spoken and written English or French; knowledge of a second UN language is an advantage and sometimes a requirement. Fluency in the local language may be essential.

Other Skills

The United Nations shall place no restrictions on the eligibility of men and women to participate in any capacity and under conditions of equality in its principal and subsidiary organs. (Charter of the United Nations - Chapter 3, article 8). English and French are the two working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. The United Nations Secretariat is a non-smoking environment. THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS (APPLICATION, INTERVIEW MEETING, PROCESSING, TRAINING OR ANY OTHER FEES). THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CONCERN ITSELF WITH INFORMATION ON BANK ACCOUNTS. PLEASE NOTE THAT APPLICATIONS RECEIVED AFTER THE DEADLINE WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED.

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